Rep. Geiss earned a bachelor's degree in engineering and a master's in business administration from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. After receiving his engineering degree, Geiss went to work for the Ford Motor Company. He lives in Taylor with his wife, Erika, and their son, Michael.

Issues

Campaign Themes

Excerpt:"The citizens of Romulus and Taylor have coexisted with the Detroit Metropolitan/Wayne County Airport for decades. We understand that the airport provides thousands of jobs for citizens of both communities. We simply ask that we be treated fairly, and that all measures are taken to minimize the impact to residents."

Our Economy

Excerpt:"In the last eight years, state shared revenue has significantly decreased for both Romulus and Taylor. As a State Representative, Doug Geiss will fight any further cutbacks."

Our Safety

Excerpt:"A new interchange is needed with significant upgrades to the Inkster/Ecorse intersection. Doug Geiss will fight for this sorely needed improvement. "

Jobs

Excerpt:"Doug Geiss supports the continued funding of this important program to diversify Michigan’s economy."

Education

Excerpt:"High school education is no longer sufficient to succeed in today’s global economy. Doug Geiss will work to protect this program from cuts, and look for new ways to provide financial help for those seeking higher education."

Previous offices held

Prior to joining the Michigan House, Geiss served on the Taylor City Council from 2001 to 2008, most recently as Council Chairman.

Political campaign history

Voting record

Key votes of 2009-2010

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Super Speedway, Lawmakers voting on whether TO EXTEND A SPECIAL TAX PERK for a super speedway.

Sneak Attack, Lawmakers voting on whether to allow public schools to EXPAND THE USE OF SINKING FUND property tax spending.

Grapes of Wrath, Lawmakers voting on whether TO BAN home shipment of beer and wine to Michigan consumers.

Subsidize Manufacture of Electric Cars, Lawmakers voting on whether to authorize a refundable Michigan Business Tax credit for makers of plug-in traction battery packs used in electric cars.

Authorize Special Tax Breaks for Ethanol Gas Stations, Lawmakers voting on whether to authorize a non-refundable Michigan Business Tax credit equal to 30 percent of the costs incurred by a gas station to convert existing pumps and tanks, or acquire new ones that deliver E85 ethanol or biodiesel fuel.

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Scorecards

Tea Party Scorecard

The Independent Tea Party Patriots, a Michigan Tea Party group, grades the votes of this and every other Michigan legislator on “core tea party issues” in a regularly-updated scorecard. 100% is considered an ideal rating.[7]

January 2011 - March 2012

Douglas Geiss received a 13% rating on the January 2011 - March 2012 Tea Party Scorecard.[7]

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